The Ultimate Guide to Personalisation

We love a bit of personalisation over here at Not On The High Street. So, we’ve put together a guide of everything you need to know. We’re helpful like that.

What is personalisation and is it worth it?

Not only is it a really great way to make something completely unique, it’s often included in the price so won’t necessarily even cost more (yay!). Plus, when you personalise a gift it shows the recipient just how much effort you’ve put into making their day which is definitely worth it in our books. And, you’ll win some serious brownie points, too.

What type of item can be personalised?

When it comes to personalisation the possibilities are literally endless. Think biscuits, pizza cutters, glasses, candles, footballs, clothing and so much more. The world is your oyster so get creative.

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Different ways to personalise something

Choose from endless design options

On our marketplace you’ll find tons of fun and unusual ways to personalise things. This could be adding your wedding song to a print for your anniversary, picking out their birth flower for a necklace or choosing a candle customised with their zodiac. Go wild!

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How to select the right personalisation technique

First pick what product you’d like to personalise. Depending on this there will be different techniques to play with. For jewellery, this could be engraving, stamping or customising a design with their birthstone. You could also get something embroidered with their name or initials like a bag or accessory. Printing is also a very versatile and common way to customise a gift as this can be done on a wide range of materials, from leather to plastic and card.

Things to consider before personalising something

Before you personalise something, there are a few things you’ll want to consider. When it comes to kids, you may want to check with the parents first. For example, they might not want to have their name on a backpack or hat for safety reasons. Or they might have already grown out of that hobby they were obsessed with only a few months ago. Kids, eh?

Something else to keep in mind is the longevity and practicality of a gift. Is this something they’ll grow out of quickly? Or can you see them using this in their day-to-day life? Luckily, our small brands have come up with tons of practical presents they’ll really love, from bespoke chopping boards to mugs featuring their fur baby. So, you’ve got plenty of choice.